The myESLQs's Podcast

In this episode Teresa discusses a joke with Elin.   The joke is: “What does a sheep like to do on Memorial Day? Have a baa-baa-cue!”   This episode was recorded May 31, 2021.

Hi, I'm Teresa and today I'm going to share an expression I like with you. Today's animal expression is fraidy cat or scaredy cat. This term is used to describe a timid or fearful person. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning! 

Hi, I'm Teresa and today I'm going to share an expression I like with you. Today's animal expression is take someone under one's wing. It means help, teach, or take care of someone who is younger or more inexperienced than you. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!

Hi, I'm Teresa and today I'm going to share an expression I like with you. Today's animal expression is hold your horses. This expression means wait or even stop and wait. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!

n this episode Teresa discusses a joke with Elin.   The joke is: “If you haven't tried blindfolded archery, you don't know what you're missing.” This episode was recorded June 9, 2021.

Hi, I'm Teresa and today I'm going to share an expression I like with you. Today's animal expression is ruffle someone's feathers. It means cause someone to become annoyed or upset. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning! 

In this episode Teresa discusses a couple of jokes with Elin.   The first joke is: “I accidentally swallowed a lot of scrabble tiles. My next trip to the bathroom could spell disaster!”   The second joke is: “My friend writes songs about sewing machines. He's a Singer songwriter or sew it seams.” This episode was recorded June 2, 2021.

Hi, I'm Teresa and today I'm going to share an expression I like with you. Today's animal expression is kill two birds with one stone, but we often shorten it to two birds one bird. It means to achieve two goals with one action. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning! 

n this episode Teresa discusses a joke with Elin.   “What do you call someone with a sweet tooth who can't stick to a diet? A desserter!”   This episode was recorded May 17, 2021.

Hi, I'm Teresa and today I'm going to share an expression I like with you. Today's animal expression is the early bird gets the worm, which is also a proverb and can be shortened to just early bird. It means being first or doing something really improves your chances of success. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning! 

In this episode Teresa discusses a joke with Elin.   The joke is: “I was going to tell a time traveling joke, but you guys didn't like it.” This episode was recorded May 31, 2021.

Hi, I'm Teresa and today I'm going to share an expression I like with you. Today's animal expression is crow. Like ape, we use this word as a verb. It means to brag probably loudly. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning! 

In this episode Teresa discusses a joke and a comic strip with Elin.   The joke is: “Sometimes I use big words that I don't really understand to sound more photosynthesis.”   The comic strip is a Calvin and Hobbes strip where Calvin and Hobbes talk.   “Calvin: I'm a misunderstood genius. Hobbes: What's misunderstood about you? Calvin: Nobody thinks I'm a genius.” This episode was recorded May 26, 2021.

Hi, I'm Teresa and today I'm going to share an expression I like with you. Today's animal expression is birds of a feather flock together. This is actually a proverb but it often gets shortened to just birds of a feather. It means that people or any creature will naturally want to be with people or creatures that share interests with them. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning! 

In this episode Teresa discusses a joke with Elin.   “Everyone knows that inside a fire hydrant is H2O, but do you know what is on the outside? K9P.” This episode was recorded May 24, 2021.

Hi, I'm Teresa and today I'm going to share an expression I like with you. Today's animal expression is make a beeline for. It means go quickly and directly to (something or someone).   Remember, share your attempts to use make a beeline with us! You can share them with us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!

n this episode Teresa discusses two jokes with Elin.   The first one is: “Where did the Terminator find toilet paper? Aisle B, back.”   The second one is: “You can turn a regular sofa into a sofa bed by simply forgetting your wife's birthday.” This episode was recorded May 19, 2021.

Today Teresa talks about the animal expression eager beaver. This animal expression means an enthusiastic person who works very hard. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning! 

n this episode Teresa discusses a couple of valentine's related puns or jokes with Elin.   The first one is a picture of three otters, one of which is holding a sign that reads: “You otter be my valentide.”   The second one is: “I hate Russian dolls. They are so full of themselves.”   The third one is: “A: I hate Russian dolls. They are so full of themselves. B: Is this an inside joke? C: Russian dolls. Look them up if you don't get it. D: Pun! Look it up if you don't get it.”   Teresa and Elin also talk about the difference between literal and figurative meanings. This is important when trying to understand English language jokes.   This episode was recorded February 15, 2021.

Today Teresa talks about the animal expression ape. This animal expression means copy or imitate.  If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!

In this episode Elin explains two jokes to Teresa!!!   The first one is:   “If any one of you knows how to fix broken hinges, my door is always open.”   The second one is: “My son screeched, ‘Dad! Are you even listening to me?' What an odd way to begin a conversation.”   This episode was recorded May 12, 2021.

Today Teresa talks about the expression bigwigs. This idiom is of the type rhymes with words that have meaning. It means very important people, especially in a company or organization. This expression comes from history, when people of power in Europe wore wigs. They often tried to have more amazing wigs than other people's wigs and so they got bigger and bigger!  If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 26, 2021.

In this episode Elin explains two jokes to Teresa!!!   The first one is: “My girlfriend complained that I never buy her flowers. I never knew she sold flowers.”   The second one is: “My wife: You need to do more chores around the house. Me: Can we change the subject? My wife: Okay. More chores around the house need to be done by you.”   This episode was recorded May 10, 2021.

Today Teresa talks about the expression on the up-and-up. This idiom is of the straight-up repeated type. It means very honest or legal.  If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 26, 2021.

In this episode Teresa discusses a couple of jokes with Elin. 1. “Q: What do you call Santa Claus when he doesn't move? A: Santa Pause.” 2. “Q: What is a Christmas tree's favorite candy? A: Orna-mints!” 3. “Q: What do you call a greedy elf? A: Elfish!”   This episode was recorded December 21, 2020.

Today Teresa talks about the expression nitty gritty. This idiom is of the type rhymes with words that have no meaning. It nitty gritty means getting into the details or the most important aspects or practical details of a subject or situation. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 26, 2021.

In this episode Teresa discusses a joke with Elin.   “Q: What's the difference between Santa and a knight? A: One slays a dragon and the other drags a sleigh.”   This episode was recorded December 16, 2020.

Today Teresa talks about the expression slo-mo. This idiom is of the type rhymes with words that have meaning. It describes a type of film playback. The word slow is pretty easy, and mo isn't too bad if you understand it is the shortened form of motion. So slo-mo is film that has been slowed down so you can see each movement or all of the motion very easily. We also use this idiom for non-film situations. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 26, 2021.

n this episode Teresa discusses a joke with Elin.   “Q: What does Santa give to naughty children? A: Batteries with a note saying ‘Toy Not Included'.”   This episode was recorded December 14, 2020.

Today Teresa talks about the expression win-win. This idiom is of the straight-up repeated type. It is used to describe a situation that benefits two people or two groups of people.  I think you can hear the word win in there, so the repetition of good in this way win-win shows that it's good for one side- they win and it's good for the other side- they win. It's a win-win. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 26, 2021.

In this episode Elin explains two jokes to Teresa!!!   The first one is: “Man injured in bizarre peek-a-boo accident. He's in ICU.”   The second one is: “Due to the quarantine, I will only do inside jokes.”   This episode was recorded May 3, 2021.

Today Teresa talks about the expression willy nilly. This idiom is of the type rhymes with words that have no meaning. It means done without a lot of thought or planning. In this case, neither willy nor nilly really have any meaning. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 26, 2021.

In this episode Elin explains a joke to Teresa!!!   “The Black Eyed Peas can sing us a tune, but the chickpeas can only hummus one.”   This episode was recorded April 26, 2021.

Today Teresa talks about the expression hustle and bustle. This idiom is of the type rhymes with words that have meaning. Hustle means to move or work quickly and bustle is a lot of activity, so you can see that when you combine these two words you get an expression that is about a lot of movement and activity. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 26, 2021.

In this episode Elin explains a couple of jokes to Teresa!!!   The first one is: “My friend David had his ID stolen. Now he's just Dav.”   The second one is: “Someone threw a jar of mayo at me and I was like, ‘What the Hellman!'”   This episode was recorded April 21, 2021.

Today Teresa talks about the expression a no-no. This idiom is of the straight-up repeated type. It is used to indicate that something is not okay to do or is a mistake. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 26, 2021.

In this episode Elin explains a joke to Teresa!!!   “I went to Noah's and said I'd like to buy a bagel with cream cheese. The kid behind the counter said we only take cash or credit.”   This episode was recorded April 19, 2021.

It's Thanksgiving and Teresa and Patricia cook one of Teresa's favorite Thanksgiving recipes over Zoom!!  Check out the blog for the recipe and a couple of Thanksgiving pictures! And if you cook with friends over zoom or have a favorite Thanksgiving memory, please share them with us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! And if you like the podcast, please tell a friend! Until next time, happy learning! This episode was recorded on November 8, 2021.

Today Teresa talks about the expression mishmash. This idiom is of the type rhymes with words that have no meaning. It means a confused mixture, a hodge-podge of things. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 18, 2021.

In this episode Elin explains a joke to Teresa!!!   “Have you heard of corduroy pillowcases? They're making headlines!”   This episode was recorded April 14, 2021.

Today Teresa talks about the expression doom and gloom. This idiom is of the type rhymes with words that have meaning. This expression is used to convey a general feeling of pessimism or despondency. Gloom is when a place is very dark and hard to see but in a sad or depressing way. Doom is a terrible fate like death. So when you combine these it's very not positive. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 18, 2021.

In this episode Elin explains a joke to Teresa!!!   “Just spent $300 on renting a limousine and discovered the fee doesn't include a driver. Can't believe I spent all that money and have nothing to chauffer it!”   This episode was recorded April 12, 2021.

Today Teresa talks about the expression frou-frou. This idiom is of the straight-up repeated type. It is used to describe things as showy or dressy with lots of details. This expression is often used when someone doesn't like a particular thing. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 26, 2021.

In this episode Elin explains a joke to Teresa!!!   “What do you call two octopuses that look exactly the same? Itenticle!”   This episode was recorded April 7, 2021.

Today Teresa talks about the expression itty-bitty. This idiom is of the type rhymes with words that have no meaning. It means tiny, extremely small, very little. You know the word bit, well, this comes from the word bit.  If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 18, 2021.

In this episode Elin explains a joke to Teresa!!!   “Ghosts like to ride in elevators because it lifts their spirits.”   This episode was recorded April 5, 2021.

In this episode Elin explains a joke to Teresa!!!   “Ghosts like to ride in elevators because it lifts their spirits.”   This episode was recorded April 5, 2021.

Today Teresa talks about the expression wheel and deal. This idiom is of the type rhymes with words that have meaning. It means engage in commercial or political scheming, especially in an unscrupulous or unethical way. You might also hear this as wheeler and dealer which means a person who engages in commercial or political scheming. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 18, 2021.

In this episode Teresa discusses a joke with Elin.   “I hate it when you offer someone a sincere compliment about their mustache and suddenly she isn't your friend anymore.”   This episode was recorded March 29, 2021.

Today Teresa talks about the expression same old same old. This idiom is of the straight-up repeated type, but it's a little different because it's a two-word expression that gets repeated instead of a single word getting repeated. It is used to talk about a situation that hasn't changed, perhaps boring or uninteresting. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the show. And remember, we'd love to hear from you! You can contact us via email at MyESLQs@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Until next time, happy learning!  This episode was recorded on May 18, 2021.

n this episode Teresa discusses a joke with Elin.   “Why shouldn't you iron a four-leaf clover? You don't want to press your luck.”   This episode was recorded March 17, 2021.